Drachten Weather and Climate: A Comprehensive Guide
The climate in Drachten is marked by big temperature swings throughout the year.
Temperatures range from warm during the warmest months
to cold in the cooler months.
It receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall.
Now, let’s explore all the climate details to give you a full picture.
Average maximum day and minimum night temperature
In Drachten, temperatures differ significantly between summer and winter months. Average daytime temperatures reach a comfortable 23°C in July. In February, the coolest month of the year, temperatures drop to a chilly 7°C.
At night, you can expect cooler temperatures, with averages dropping to around 1°C during this month. Check out our detailed temperature page for more information.Temperature ranges by month
Precipitation and rainy days
On average, Drachten receives a reasonable amount of rain/snowfall, with an annual precipitation of 863 mm. Drachten experiences moderate seasonal variation in rainfall, with monthly averages ranging from 93 mm in July, the wettest month, and 54 mm in April, the driest month.The mean monthly precipitation over the year, including rain, hail and snow
The average number of days each month with precipitation
Sunshine over the year
Drachten can be enjoyed more throughout the sunniest month of May under a blue sky, with approximately 7.8 hours of sunshine daily. In contrast, the city experiences much darker days in December, with only 2.1 hours of sunlight per day. Visit our detailed sunshine hours page for more information.Monthly hours of sunshine
Daily hours of sunshine
Daily percentage of sunshine
Average humidity
The city experiences its highest humidity in November, reaching 90%. In April, the humidity drops to its lowest level at 78%. What does this mean? Read our detailed page on humidity levels for further details.
Relative humidity over the year
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Select a Month of Interest
Check the conditions for any month of the year.
The best time of year to visit Drachten in the Netherlands
During the months of June, July and August you are most likely to experience good weather with pleasant average temperatures that fall between 20°C and 26°C.Other facts from our historical weather data:
July has an average maximum temperature of 23°C and is the warmest month of the year.
The coldest month is February with an average maximum temperature of 7°C.
July tops the wettest month list with 93 mm of rainfall.
April is the driest month with 54 mm of precipitation.
May is the sunniest month with an average of 233 hours of sunshine.
No idea where to travel to this year? We have a tool that recommends destinations based on your ideal conditions. Find out where to go with our weather planner.
